From Munich-Allach to Denmark
Siemens Mobility sells 1000th Vectron locomotive
Siemens Mobility has sold its 1000th Vectron locomotive. The anniversary locomotive was ordered by the Danish State Railways (DSB). The locomotives will be built at the Siemens Mobility plant in Munich-Allach. The DSB order comprises eight AC locomotives. To date, a total of 1003 Vectron locomotives have been sold to 49 customers in 16 countries. The first Vectron was delivered in 2012.
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